Mark founded Seacraft Design in January 2007, after acquiring the design assets of Timothy Graul Marine Design (TGMD). His twenty years of professional experience has gained him a thorough appreciation for the commercial marine industry, with an understanding of both the practical and technical aspects of vessel design.

Mark served as Chief Naval Architect for TGMD for most of his earlier career.  He has also been engaged as a private consultant on various occasions, been employed by the State of Florida DNR assisting in research vessel conversions, and served briefly as a ship carpenter.  He has also enjoys building and restoring wood and metal boats in his own shop.

Mark earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from Webb Institute, and is a registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin (No. 37861-006).

Nathan Smith - Naval Architect -

Nate is a graduate Naval Architect with six years in the marine industry.

Employed previously by TGMD, Nate's technical background is bolstered by practical experience gained from transatlantic sailing, and work as a boatbuilder at Gannon and Benjamin.

Nate earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from Webb Institute, and holds a USCG 50 ton Masters License.

Lauren Balza - Naval Architect -

Lauren is a graduate Naval Architect with two years of professional experience. She has been previously employed as Naval Architect at Burger Boat Company.

Lauren earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from Webb Institute.

Charlie Balestrieri - Senior Designer -

Charlie brings thirty three years of commercial vessel design experience to Seacraft Design.

He served most recently  for TGMD as a Marine Designer, after twenty years working for Peterson Builders, Inc., where he rose from Carpenter to Lead Engineering Designer in hull and outfitting areas.

Jean Clark - Administrator -

Jean handles scheduling, record keeping and general planning, and is the friendly voice who usually answers the phone. Jean served eight years as administrator to TGMD before joining the new company.

Chesla Anschutz
Controller and Bookkeeper -

Chesla is responsible for bookkeeping, payroll, and billing. She served twenty years for TGMD before joining the new company.

Tony Hodges
Independent designer/consultant -

Tony has over thirty years of varied experience in the shipbuilding industry beginning at Peterson Builders. He joined Tim Graul Marine Design in 1981 and is proud to be onboard with Seacraft Design, LLC.

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